1940s Original Signed Graphite Illustration of Female Diver, 10.5 X 8 In.

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Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a graceful female diver in mid-air, … Read more Original graphite pencil drawing by American artist and illustrator Theodore E. Schrock (1879–1952), depicting a graceful female diver in mid-air, captured just before entering the water while wearing a vintage swimsuit and swim cap. Schrock was known for finely rendered figurative and narrative illustrations, particularly sensitive portrayals of children, family life, and storybook subjects. His work reflects the polished draftsmanship and expressive realism associated with early 20th-century American commercial illustration.

The drawing is signed in the lower left and executed on paper. The carefully modeled figure, refined tonal shading, and elegant athletic pose suggest the work may have been created for a magazine, advertising, sporting publication, or other commercial illustration project, although the original publication or intended use has not been identified.

Listing many drawings by the same artist.

Condition: Good overall presentation with light paper toning and minor imperfections visible upon close inspection. Sold unframed.

Measurements: 10.5 in. H × 8 in. W See less